Flexibility as number one priority

摘要

SSI Schaefer has implemented one of the largest and most modern beverage distribution centres in Germany as a general contractor for A. Kempf Getrankegrosshandel, a subsidiary of Edeka Sudwest. Intelligent control of the flow of goods and a combination of manual and fully automated picking strategies ensures maximum levels of efficiency In its capacity as a general contractor, SSI Schaefer has recently completed a project for A. Kempf Getrankegrosshandel - a subsidiary of Edeka Sudwest that provides beverage services as part of Edeka's food retailing operations in south-west Germany - creating one of the largest state-of-the-art beverage distribution centres in the country. The contract covered all the building construction work, including the outdoor facilities and system engineering, and training for employees. On top of this, SSI Schaefer also led the construction planning from the initial concept through to the design and approval, with the support of its internal construction department, and guided the drinks wholesaler through the entire building permit process. With this holistic planning and project management approach, SSI Schaefer succeeded in constructing the building, including the logistics equipment and outdoor facilities, for Edeka Sudwest eG in a mere 21 months.